Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Marion, Indiana |
| Online | indwes.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Wesleyan |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Indiana Wesleyan University occupies a 350-acre campus in Marion, Indiana, located approximately 60 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Established in 1920 as Marion College and renamed in 1988, IWU operates as an evangelical Christian institution affiliated with the Wesleyan Church. The university features a mix of contemporary and traditional architecture, with modern academic buildings and residential facilities spread across its suburban campus. IWU has developed a strong reputation for its nursing, business, and education programs, while also maintaining a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum. The university provides traditional dormitory housing for undergraduate students and maintains satellite locations throughout Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio for its extensive adult and online education programs.
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IWU is rated within the top 32% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Indiana Wesleyan University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#236 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#180 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Indiana
#198 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1180 |
| ACT | 19/28 |
| GPA | 3.61 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,384 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,554 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,084 |
| Total One Year Cost | $45,190 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 56% |
| Health Professions | 22% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 3% |
| Education | 3% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 3% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151801 IPEDS survey data for Indiana Wesleyan University.
Current students may use the Indiana Wesleyan University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025